’68 Jungle Jim #2 (Image)


Decapitated Dan: Oh man I LOVE THIS SERIES! I can not get over how awesome the concept is, and if you don’t know what I mean by that please go listen to my interview with writer Mark Kidwell on Episode #2 of Monsters &Metal. I will say that this issue was a lot more build into explaining the main cast, but when I got to that tiger scene I was ready to throw some punches to. Zornow’s art is GORE-Geous on every panel. Plain and simple read ’68, this series, the previous 2, the one shots, who cares which ones… READ ’68! – Dying Breath 4.5 out of 5

Apocalypse Man #1 (Sun Bros Studios)

Decapitated Dan: Ok #1, this has to be the greatest cover of the year! I’m a sucker for an awesome alligator cover and this book delivered that. I think the best way to sum up this issue is, what a twist. I did not see that coming, and had to read it twice to make sure there was no way to see it coming. Great writing on this book. The concept is great too. What are the eggs damn it?! What are they! I need to know more, I really do, and I need to know soon. The GORE-Geous artwork, which you can easily fall in love with just based on the cover, is perfect throughout the issue. This book is a perfect combination of two talented creators, it just so happens they are brothers. If this is a one shot then I am really happy how it all played out. If this is a mini series or ongoing though, I’m gonna need more really fast. Fantastic stuff, you need to check this book out. Dying Breath 4.5 out of 5

Colonized #2 (IDW)  


Decapitated Dan: This book puts me in a very tough spot. One the one hand I love the concept and artwork. One the other hand the story just seems to have holes in it, and way too much is going on way to fast. After reading this issue twice, I’m not saying I won’t read anymore of it, I just think it could be simplified a little. How is it Aliens land on earth, and no one is really that terrified? They are all more worried about the zombies. I do love a zombie sheep though, that was awesome along with the cows. Overall it’s not a bad read, but I just think it’s too much going on at the moment. – Dying Breath 3.0 out of 5


FRIGHTFEAST #2 (FRIGHTFEAST Comix) 


Decapitated Dan: Have you ever listened to a really bad ass Death Metal song, music that has a killer sound but vocals that you probably can’t understand, but just don’t care because it’s awesome?

 That kid of sums up Fright Feast #2. This book is bad ass balls all over the walls gore-filled horror fun. The artwork is beyond amazing, and I think that the artist needs to start doing every single Death Metal CD cover from now until the end of time. Yeah, the visuals are not for the faint of heart, but I think anyone who enjoys gore horror movies would really dig this book. To lend a hand those movie lovers out there, the story reads like a fantastic B-Movie. I didn’t think that the opening scene really fit into the overall story, but everything else was fang-tastic. If you love underground comics and/or gorey horror films you need to check this book out. Always an awesome job by Creator Mark K. – Dying Breath 4.0 out of 5



Haunted Horror #4 (IDW)

Decapitated Dan: I’ve said it before, and I will say it again. I think that Yoe, Gussoni and our very own Steve Banes, do an amazing job choosing stories that all work very well together. As odd as it sounds to call old reprints fresh, this book really is a breath of fresh “old” air. The amount of story you used to get for cover price is amazing compared to today’s standards, and this comic will show you why. My favorite story was probably the final story “Terror on the TV”. It might look like a simple concept today, but place yourself in 1954 and think about it, yeah, you crapped your pants. I love this title, I love what it is bringing to the comic public, and all I can say is read it, you will be glad you did. – Dying Breath 4.5 out of 5

Ten Grand #1 (Image)


Decapitated Dan: Ok, I don’t love detective books, I really don’t. However the concept of this one is great. There was a perfect mix of build and mystery that I can not wait for issue #2 to come out. I’ve always been a fan of JMS’s comic work, and I think this one is bordering on being the next big thing from Image. Lastly those visuals by Templesmith, just melted my eyes right out of the socket. Awesome start! – Dying Breath 4.0 out of 5
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The Eighth Seal #1 (Comixology)  

Decapitated Dan: 
I don’t know what to say other then, WOW! That scene where she was reading the book just blew me away. The best way to view that scene is to just tap like crazy on your reading device, because it is so animated. MAN I LOVED THAT!!!! I am really loving this concept and the  fantastic execution of everything so far. A perfect horror read that I can not wait to read more of! I need more now!!! – Dying Breath 4.5 out of 5

Issue: Crawling Sky #1
Writer: Joe R. Lansdale, Keith Lansdale
Artist: Brian Denham
Publisher: Antarctic Press
Release Date: January 2013

“Horror novel legends Joe R. Lansdale and Keith Lansdale team up with Brian Denham (X-Files, Zombie Kid Diaries) and Antarctic Press to bring you a tale o’ terror set in the wild, weird West! When his dad accidentally commits murder, plug-ugly Norville had to flee with him to Texas to start a new life. Near the town of Wood Tick, Norville gets himself a bride, and they find a homestead, good as new but abandoned. The only problem is the well, which is blocked by big, white stones. One by one, he unblocks the well, unaware he’s slowly setting free something old and dark and evil…”

Dying Breath: 5.0 out of 5
Yes! The day has finally come when I get to lay my hand of this highly anticipated comic. For months I have patiently been waiting for this issue to come out, and it did not disappoint. The artwork by Denham is GOREgeous! These black and whites just shine on every page. On the few pages with no wording, his work just delivers everything the reader will need. I simply can not put enough praise into these words to explain how amazing the visuals are in this book. The story by the Lansdale’s is right on par with the artwork. In this issue they deliver this fantastic introduction to the cast, as well as create a suspenseful monster that has yet to be seen. I loved where this issue went, and can not wait to see where it is going. I’m not big on horror western comics, but when it is as perfectly as this, I am on board. The long wait for this to come out is finally over and it was worth it. Throw on your boots, get on your horse and get yer britches into your comic shop for this awesome first issue!

Artwork: 5.0 out of 5 • Story: 5.0 out of 5

If you would like to buy or know more about Crawling Sky you can find it at http://www.antarctic-press.com

Issue: The Crow: Skinning the Wolves
Writer: James O’Barr
Artist: Jim Terry
Publisher: IDW
Release Date: December 2012
Price: $3.99

“James O’Barr returns to The Crow! In this special three-part tale, O’Barr and artist Jim Terry craft a harrowing tale set at a death camp in 1940s Germany, where a simple game of chess turns deadly, leading to the creation of a new Crow, giving new meaning to the term Gotterdammerung (“Death of the Gods”)! “

Dying Breath: 4.5 out of 5
I have to admit that when it comes to The Crow comics I am always on the fence. Of course the first series was amazing, but after that it really seemed to be hit or miss for me. I was really excited to not only see that O’Barr was back on this title, but that Jim Terry was on the art. Jim’s artwork in this issue is GORE-Geous. The one panel, that can be found in the online preview of the issue, where the Nazi soldier is missing his lower jaw, made my eyes fill with liquid. His panels are clean and visually drive the story to where it needs to go. The story really took me by surprise as well. Typically with this title we will get a love story of sorts, that goes awry. That being said, we don’t know the real reason for the return of the hero just yet, but love story or not, this one had it all. With great pacing and dialogue from page to page, I was so sad when it was over. I need more! If you are like me and previous versions of The Crow series have left you a little down in the dumps, check this one out. It had everything I could have wanted and more. A great start to this mini, with an amazing team working on it. It is so worth picking up and giving a try, even if you are new to The Crow.

Artwork: 4.5 out of 5 • Story: 4.5 out of 5

If you would like to buy or know more about The Crow: Skinning the Wolves you can find it at http://www.idwpublishing.com/

Issue: Lenore Vol. 2 #7
Writer: Roman Dirge
Artist: Roman Dirge
Letters: Roman Dirge
Colors: Roman Dirge
Publisher: Titan Books
Release Date: December 2012
Price: $3.99

“‘Lenore discovers a new-born fruit fly, the kind that only live for one day. Reflecting on all she’s seen due to her own immortality, Lenore decides to spend her life savings showing the fly one amazing day. Amusement parks, fine dining, Barcelona, and a race against time are on the menu. Will Lenore get the fly to see the world in time? Tune in or buzz out.”

Dying Breath: 5.0 out of 5
A fly becomes a king, a brain has a problem flipping the bird and toy ducks explode, what was not in this awesome issue of Lenore? I am starting to think that when it comes to issues of Lenore, Dirge just does a lot of drinking and then records his ideas on a cassette tape. Then we he wakes up from the night of fun, listens to it and we have a new issue of Lenore. This issue looks as amazing as they all do. It’s the little things that I look for now when it comes to the artwork, and one of those things was a cop running towards a door. This issue is so visually funny, that the writing has to be on the same level for it to work, and it is. We get more of a glimpse into who Taxidermy really is, which would be the drama in the issue, but then comes the funny, and it comes in piles! Are poop jokes funny? Hell yes they are, and there are 2 in this book that had my sides in stitches. DAB IT! It would almost be pointless to point out the best moments, because all I would do is break down the issue page by page. Sometimes with humor, it is tough to keep it going, especially for 20 years, but Roman does it with each new installment. I just wish they came out on a more frequent basis. This is a perfect Christmas present for anyone, because they will love it and want to read more. I say it every time I read this a new copy of this title, WHY ARE YOU NOT READING LENORE!?!?!

Artwork: 5.0 out of 5 • Story: 5.0 out of 5

If you would like to buy or know more about Lenore Vol 2 #7  you can find it at http://titanbooks.com/ and http://www.spookyland.com/